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An opportunity to create change

Working as an InterStudies LSC is a great opportunity – both for the young people from around the world who you will meet and help, and for yourself.
Read on to learn more about the role, and feel free to call us if you have any questions.

Fulfill a dream

As a local support coordinator, you will help young people from around the world to fulfil their dream of experiencing daily life in Ireland. You will provide local families with the opportunity to share their Irish culture, and help schools to add a global dimension to local education.
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Care and support

Our young students are far away from home, probably for the first time, and they rely on your care and support. Your care and support will give your students the opportunity to create memories for life, and you will play a key role in one of the most memorable years of their lives.
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Intercultural understanding

As an LSC you’ll meet students from all over the world, building bridges between people, cultures, and countries. You’ll have the opportunity to improve intercultural understanding, one student at a time!
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Your responsibilities

There are many different parts to the role of a Local Support Coordinator. You can read about some of the most important parts of the job here.

Finding host families

You will find and screen potential host families in your area. It’s important that you ensure families understand what is expected of them, and you will need to support and remain in regular contact with your families throughout the year.

Matchmaking

The key to a successful exchange is selecting the right host family for each student. You’ll get to know your host families, and be able to select the best match for each student.

Working with schools

You will develop and maintain relationships with schools in your area. You’ll need to enrol each of your students in the local school, and keep in touch with schools regarding any pastoral issues throughout the year.

Supervising and guiding

You’ll act as a mentor and guide for your students. You’ll need to keep in regular contact with each student, submitting reports on their progress, and helping them to make the most of their time in Ireland.

Represent InterStudies

You will represent InterStudies in the local community, and an important part of your role is to educate the local community about the benefits of international exchange.

Part of a team

You’ll have a lot of responsibility as a Local Support Coordinator, but you won’t be alone. You’ll work closely with our head office support team, who willl support and guide you in your role.

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What’s involved?

Working as an LSC is more of a lifestyle than a traditional job. Read on to learn more about the role. If you have any questions then please don’t hesitate to contact us!

What experience do I need?

You don’t need experience in a similar role, as full training will be provided. However, experience working with young people is definitely an advantage!

Practical requirements

You’ll to be able to communicate with our office and your students, so basic computer skills and access to a computer are essential. You’ll also need a driving licence and access to a car.
We will carry out a Garda vetting check, and you will also need to be able to provide suitable references.

What type of person is suited to the role?

It’s important that you are responsible and dedicated, and that you are friendly and outgoing. You will be the face of InterStudies in the local area, so students will need to find you approachable, and you will need to be able to contact potential host families.

Training

We aim to offer professional material as well as extensive training, complete with reference guides as well as both individual and joint training events. Training takes place at local and national level, and you will be invited to all expenses paid national or international meetings.

Rewards

There are many personal rewards in your role as an InterStudies LSC. There is also an incentive and reward scheme for placing, supporting and supervising the students. When you help others to achieve and benefit, you will, of course, get something in return.

Expenses

You will have an an expense budget for your area, so you will be able to cover your own approved expenses in connection with your role as well as your participation in events you organise for your students.

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Meet your colleague

An interview with an LSC

Julie is our LSC in the Northampton area. We interviewed Julie to find out more about the role of an InterStudies LSC!

How long have you been an LSC?

I started working as an LSC in 2011, I’d already hosted students for a couple of years, and wanted to get more involved, so when I was asked to join the team as an LSC I jumped at the chance!
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What’s the best part of the job?

The students. I love meeting students from all over the World. I learn so much about them, and the countries they come from. Seeing the difference between the students when they arrive and when they leave makes all the hard work worthwhile. They grow so much from the experience. It’s amazing to be a part of it.
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How do you help your students to get the most out of the programme?

By listening to them. Talking to them as well, obviously, but listening is most important. If students feel they can talk to you, and feel that you are listening to them, then you can understand them, and help them to achieve their aims.
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What’s the hardest part of the job?

Saying goodbye! I host students as well, and that means every year I have to say goodbye to so many students who have become part of my family. I’m still in touch with many of my students (thank Facebook!) and it’s great to keep in touch with them.
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Get in Touch

Please use the contact form or the details below to get in touch if you have any questions about the role of an InterStudies Local Support Coordinator. We look forward to hearing from you!